Raising capital in a down economy
One seasoned founder talks through how to think about fundraising in a world that definitely isn’t favoring the startup CEO.
Congratulations investors. We’ve now stooped to a new low of 1.9%.
Thought things were getting better? Think again. A frank discussion on our industry moving in the wrong direction, complete with rage and empathy.
What does gender have to do with negotiation?
When you think about the impression you want to make, certain postures, comments, and gestures will come to mind. Some of these ideas about how to behave will come to you based on your gender.
The ethnicity pay gap
Closing the ethnicity pay gap isn’t just one person’s job – we all have a role to play. It takes intention and focus from everybody involved, and it can’t be achieved unless we all work together.
Congress bumped up workplace protections for pregnant and nursing employees
An examination and comparison of two new laws that offer increased protections for pregnant and nursing workers.
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So now you’re a VP? How to manage your management role (as a woman).
Once you reach upper management, interactions and processes change and upgrade. Here are insights on how to nail the role.
Taking on Imposter Syndrome Head On
An excerpt from Coline Monsarrat's new book "You Are Not an Imposter: Unlock Your True Potential So You Can Thrive in Life".
Bigger isn’t always better. Better is better.
Growth doesn’t have to mean bigger. Growth can also mean improvement, and in most cases, better almost always leads to bigger.
How to Succeed in a World Not Set Up for You
World not built for you? Reframe, take chances, and develop our own behavioral models to get ahead.
Report: Women in UK Venture Capital
A report released last week highlights the stark realities of DEI progress - or lack thereof - in the EU investing scene over the last several years.
The Invisible Saboteur: How Imposter Syndrome Silenced Me (and How to Fight Back!)
Have you ever stood on the precipice of success, gazed into the bright expanse of your potential, and thought, “What if they find out I have no...
The power of feminine traits in leadership
Leadership qualities are not inherently masculine or feminine, but a blend of traits and skills that can be harnessed by anyone. However, there's...
Four common mistakes founders make during the VC fundraising process
Securing VC funding is not a guaranteed path to success and founders often make common mistakes that can hinder your fundraising efforts.
Winning the competition against yourself
Hey! We're trying out a few new AI-generated photos for our headers. Let us know what you think! Simone Biles, the US gymnast who famously left...
Autonomy is all-powerful in the new workplace. Start with these 7 must-have skills
Now more than ever, employers want to know that workers are fully in charge. As if the complexities of accelerating technology, climate change,...
Angel City and the Sparking of a Cultural Shift
From the outset, the goal was to create a team - an institution - that had staying power and purpose. And so far, it's working.
Fundraising is tough. Very tough. It took us 70 no’s before we got a yes.
Now that they're through with fundraising, this co-founder shares some of the tips he wishes he and his team knew before they started.
Uncovering your ultimate goals by taking a Big Leap
Leadership goals can often be vague or generic. Here's how to make the Big Leap and identify the ultimate goals you want to achieve.
10 Pieces of Board Room Advice for First-Time Founders
Insights on how to best run board meetings so founders - particularly those managing their first boardroom - can be more effective.
How to Cultivate a Recruiting Process and Workplace Where Diversity Thrives
Our Director of Talent and Employer Strategy gives her advice on building an inclusive recruiting process and workplace.
One of the Most Powerful Decisions Female Entrepreneurs Can Make? Choosing Collaboration Over Competition
Employing an abundant mindset vs a scarcity mindset will not only help solve problems, but also open the door to new perspectives and opportunities.
Three Reasons to Work on your Remote Team Morale
We’re starting to understand what really matters for leadership in a remote environment. Do we take the Twitter route on the “forever” WFH experience?
Why Black Trauma Matters – The Emerging Opportunity for Racial Compassion
Examining the mistreatment of black people in America supports the foundation for #WhyBlackTraumaMatters and the opportunity for racial compassion.
What Makes Women Better Workers?
While the idea of the mental load women take at home is one that needs to move towards a state of higher equality, there could be a silver lining.